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Explore the transient universe through the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) in this 26-minute conference talk by Jayanta Roy from the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics. Discover how the SPOTLIGHT survey utilizes the GMRT's capabilities to detect and study fast radio transients across the cosmos. Learn about the survey's methodology for identifying various transient phenomena including Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs), Rotating Radio Transients (RRATs), magnetars, and other mysterious cosmic events that occur on rapid timescales. Understand the technical aspects of commensal surveying techniques that allow simultaneous observation of multiple targets while searching for unexpected transient signals. Gain insights into the data processing pipelines and detection algorithms employed to sift through vast amounts of radio data to identify genuine transient events. Examine the scientific significance of these discoveries in advancing our understanding of extreme astrophysical processes and the dynamic nature of the universe. This presentation is part of the FTSky program focused on fast radio transients, offering valuable perspectives on current observational capabilities and future prospects for transient astronomy using India's premier radio telescope facility.
